Definition of view - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
perspectiveopinion or belief about something
- Her view on the matter was clear and firm..
2.
visionthe range of vision or sight
- The mountains were just out of view.
3.
internetUS individual viewing of a webpage or videoUS
- The video received over a million views.
4.
sceneryscene or landscape, especially beautiful
- We stopped to admire the view of the valley.
5.
artpicture or representation of a scene
- The gallery displayed a view of the city.
6.
computingdisplay on a computer screen
- The software offers a split-screen view.
Verb
1.
observelook at something attentively
- She viewed the painting with great interest.
2.
televisionwatch a television program or video
- We viewed the documentary last night.
3.
perceiveconsider something in a particular way
- He views the situation as an opportunity.
Images of view

picture or representation of a scene
Expressions with view
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view from a high place
From the top of the hill, we had a bird's-eye view of the city.
negative opinion or outlook
She took a dim view of his behavior at the party.
view from low or ground level perspective
The photograph was taken from a frog's-eye view, making the flowers look enormous.
position with a clear and complete view of something
We had a grandstand view of the parade.
considering or taking into account something
In view of the weather, the event was postponed.
think about what will happen far in the future
We need to take the long view before making decisions.
influence someone's opinion or perception
Her past experiences color her view of the situation.
focus on immediate results instead of long-term effects
If you take the short view, you might miss future opportunities.
be in a position to see clearly
From the balcony, we had a grandstand view of the parade.
be in a position to see clearly
We had a ringside view of the parade.
view that is exceptionally beautiful or impressive
The hotel room had a million-dollar view of the ocean.
view considered extremely beautiful or valuable
The hotel room offers a million-pound view of the ocean.
appear suddenly and unexpectedly in sight
The deer sprang into view from behind the trees.
disapprove of or not support something
Many teachers take a dim view of cheating.
consider something from a particular perspective
She decided to take a view on the situation.
hold a particular opinion or belief about something
She takes the view that education is essential.
regard something with concern or worry
The committee viewed the new policy with alarm.
gradually become visible or come into sight
The ship heaved into view on the horizon.
broad overview of a situation or project
The manager requested a helicopter view of the ongoing project..
used to express purpose or intention
She studied hard with a view to passing the exam.
considering something for future action
They met with a view to discussing the new project.
limited perspective on a situation
His opinion was just a worm's eye view of the issue.
look at something with suspicion or negativity
She tends to take a jaundiced view of new policies.
with a biased or prejudiced perspective
He approached the situation with a jaundiced view, influenced by past experiences.
Origin of view
Latin, videre (to see)
Terms with view included in their meaning
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view
observe something on television or at an event
spatial relation
located directly ahead of, or within someone's view or presence
entertainment
view television programs for enjoyment
visible
not covered or hidden from view
secluded
protected from view or disturbance by others
confidential
kept from others, unknown or concealed from view
confidentially
done away from public view or knowledge
visibility
visible or within view
personal view
according to what someone thinks or believes
literal view
see through something like a window or lens
view more
view additional content or information
visibility
act of becoming visible or coming into view
communication
in the speaker's personal opinion or view about something
visibility
disappear slowly from view
disappearance
slowly disappearing from view or memory
technology
software used to view and interact with pages on the World Wide Web
nature
portion of land visible in a single view
opinion
judgment, opinion, or view
story
account or description from a particular point of view
changing mind
begin to doubt an earlier choice, plan or view
hinder movement
to obstruct movement or view by placing obstacles
planet view
Earth as seen from space with blue oceans
rear-view
interior mirror for rear view
automotive
mirror on car's exterior for side view
Examples of view in a sentence
The article presented a controversial view on the topic. The ship disappeared from view as it sailed away. The bird flew out of view quickly. The website tracks the number of views daily. Each view contributes to the video's popularity. The view from the top of the hill was breathtaking.
They enjoyed the view of the sunset over the ocean. An artist painted a view of the countryside. The postcard featured a view of the mountains. Switch to list view for more details. The map view shows nearby stations. He viewed the sunset from the balcony. They viewed the documentary together. They viewed the series finale together. I viewed the online lecture this morning. She views his actions as a betrayal. They view the policy as beneficial.
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- French:avis, observer, ...
- German:Meinung, betrachten, ...
- Italian:opinione, osservare, ...
- Spanish:opinión, observar, ...
- Portuguese:opinião, observar, ...
- Chinese:观点, 专注地看, ...
- Japanese:意見, 見る, ...
- Arabic:وِجْهَة نَظَر, شَاهَدَ, ...
- Hebrew:הַשְׁקָפָה, לְהִתְבּוֹנֵן, ...
- Russian:мнение, внимательно смотреть, ...
- Ukrainian:думка, розглядати, ...
- Hindi:राय, देखना, ...
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